Category: Relationships
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A Full Circle Moment
A week ago I had the honor of presenting to a group of women at the first annual Stilettos and Strategies Conference hosted by Nu Epps, Founder and President of Esyntial Elements Consulting Inc. The conference mission is to positively enhance the lives of women with a unique mix of practical and applicable strategies designed…
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Pulling Back the Layers via Akilah Brayboy
Husbands, love your wives, and do not be harsh with them. (Colossians 3:19) I now realize why it was so hard to write this article. I thought it was just writer’s block, but actually it was a self preservation tactic; not wanting to pull back another layer in which God wanted to heal me. I…
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Supporting the Woman in Hiding via Akilah Richards
This is a letter to the loved ones of the woman in hiding. You know her so well, and you love her for many reasons. She is your friend, your sister, your cousin, maybe even your mother. You found out in the weirdest way, and now you’re stuck with the knowledge that she is allowing…
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Broken Chains- What my (-) HIV Status Means to ME
I never really took the time to think about what my HIV status meant to me. Being negative seemed enough; at least for a young black sexually active teen in the early 90s. The most that my friends and I were concerned about was not getting pregnant or folk finding out that we were doing…
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Remember YOU
There comes a time in your life when it’s do or die – decision making time. something inside of you screams at the top of it’s lungs, begging for attention and finally, you pay attention. You begin to listen, closely, wondering what this voice is trying to say, what this voice wants you to know and…
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Healing For Your Soul
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eV4P7TI522o] A few weeks ago I had the pleasure of watching Oprah, something I rarely do. But you see this day I couldn’t miss it, the legendary Diana Ross was a guest. I sat in awe admiring how poised and timeless she was. I vaguely remember the question however the response was full of power…
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My Personal Mission Statement (Day 5)
Because I am fearfully and wonderfully made my existence will not be in vain. The true essence of my core is impregnated with values that continue to mold me into wholeness. In the spirit of family, community, and friendship, I will lift my voice for those that are too weak or afraid to speak. My walk…
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The Silent Killer: HIV or Self?
Everywhere I turn; my ears, eyes, and mind are inundated with sex, from sex scandals in the church, to schools, to child trafficking, and porn on the internet and television. Television alone is near porn with the salacious videos of skimpily clad women showcasing their body parts while gyrating to sex laced lyrics to actual simulation…
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Guess Who…….
His tongue circled her areola with gentleness. Sucking slowly and softly he took as much of her breast in as his mouth could hold. Her moan was barely audible. She was afraid to show her delight. His tongue flicked across her erect nipples as she dug her hands in his head. A thud against the…